# CRICKET’S DRS: WHY UMPIRE’S CALL REMAINS

URL: https://technosports.co.in/crickets-drs-why-umpires-call-remains/  
Published: 2026-09-08  
Updated: 2026-09-08  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

Ever feel robbed by “Umpire’s Call?” It isn’t a glitch—it’s a safety net. Because ball-tracking tech predicts trajectories rather than recording absolute facts, the ICC mandates that marginal hits defer to the on-field umpire. It preserves human authority over predictive models. While legends debate the fairness, this controversial mechanic remains the guardian of cricket’s traditional balance. Is technology finally enough?